How to reduce fire risks
Follow the advice below to help reduce fire in your home.
- Avoid leaving cooking appliances unattended.
- Avoid deep fat frying and cooking oils. Have a fire blanket nearby. Consider an air fryer instead.
- Avoid using lit candles if possible. Make sure they are positioned safely and not left unattended.
- Avoid smoking, especially when tired or in bed. Always ensure that cigarettes are extinguished.
- Avoid leaving clothes and materials directly on or against heat sources.
- Never overload sockets and extensions. Always use good quality electrical equipment
- Never use barbecues inside or on any balconies.
- Always keep communal areas clear of combustible items. These areas are sterile. We have a zero-tolerance approach to leaving combustible items in communal areas.
- Seek advice and permission if you intend to purchase or use an electrical mobility scooter, E-bike or E-scooter in your property. These cannot be stored in communal areas under any circumstance.